Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26079
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
MacKenzie Seeley
(406) 994-2990
mackenzie.seeley@montana.edu
Classification Title Budget Analyst III
Working Title Budget Analyst III
Brief Position Overview
The University Budget Office at Montana State University ( MSU ) is seeking a Budget Analyst III to provide strategic support in financial planning and budget management for multiple units including the division of Student Success and Student Wellness. They will serve as a support role to the Lead Budget & Fiscal Manager of the Non-Academic team, providing analytics and maintaining institutional processes including budget adjustments and reporting.
Position Number 4M0859
Department University Budget Office
Division Administration
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Exempt
Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary Starting $30.34 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type Classified Hourly
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Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement
The Budget Analyst III is a member of the University Budget Office and reports to the Non-Academic Team Lead. This role collaborates with department decision makers, Fiscal Shared Service ( FSS ) partners, and Human Resources business partners to manage and execute financial operations across the division.
Using data-driven analysis, this individual will provide financial insights that inform strategic decision-making and optimize the use of multiple finding sources. As a critical part of the financial planning process, the Budget Analyst III will actively engage in all budget processes, ensuring unit alignment with guidelines and deadlines. In addition, this role will support the onboarding and ongoing financial training in Business Operation Managers ( BOM ) roles within the unit. This position requires organizational, analytical, and technical skills, along with a collaborative and solution-oriented approach.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide strategic financial support for the unit, managing and advising millions in resources from multiple funding sources.
Work with Team Lead to ensure compliance with the budget plan set forth at the start of the fiscal year and communicate variances for timely action.
Analyze financial trends and service usage - particularly in fee-based units - to evaluate fiscal impacts and support data-informed decision-making.
Collaborate with Team Lead, department directors, FSS , and HR partners to ensure alignment between staffing needs and financial resources, including position budgeting.
Deliver timely financial reporting and insights to department leaders to support operational activities, strategic planning and accountability.
Serve as a support for the Team Lead in central budget activities.
Ensure compliance with MSU and Board of Regents ( BOR ) financial policies and procedures while continually improving financial processes.
Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance or a related field, OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.
Demonstrated competence and experience in financial analytics.
Successful experience in interpreting and summarizing detailed budget and fiscal data, presenting findings both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel formulas and applications.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience working in financial based roles at a higher education institution.
Ability to initiate, coordinate, oversee and complete various projects on own initiative.
Strong organizational techniques with the ability to manage multiple tasks and remain flexible.
Experience leveraging data from an ERP system.
The Successful Candidate Will
Exercise sound judgement and initiative in decision-making, while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders, demonstrating strong interpersonal and conflict solution skills.
Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats, including presentations.
Manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.
Position End Date (if temporary)
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Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on August 22, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
